Nairobi, Kenya – Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has confirmed that the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results will be officially released within the next ten days, offering clarity to over 965,000 candidates who sat for the examinations last year. In a statement issued on January 3, 2025, Ogamba said the results will mark a new chapter for students, urging them to embrace the opportunities that follow.
The 2024 KCSE exams, conducted in 10,755 centres nationwide between October 22 and November 2024, registered the highest number of candidates in recent years. Ogamba explained that KNEC is conducting thorough verification and cross-checking of entries and results to ensure accuracy before release. He emphasized that candidates found engaging in malpractice will be held personally accountable, highlighting the examination body’s continued commitment to integrity and fairness. The Cabinet Secretary also clarified that unlike previous years when KCPE results were released in December, no primary school exams were conducted in 2024, which may have caused some public confusion regarding the KCSE timeline.
Looking ahead, Ogamba encouraged candidates and parents to prepare for the upcoming announcement and remain patient during the verification process. He noted that this careful approach is aimed at safeguarding the credibility of Kenya’s national examinations and ensuring a smooth transition for students advancing to tertiary institutions. The Ministry of Education reiterated its dedication to upholding meritocracy and fairness in the national education system.